TALENT ACQUISITION PROGRAMS MANAGER

Arizona State Government; Phoenix, Northern (AZ, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and sick days + 10 holidays

Paid parental leave

Comprehensive benefits package

Robust retirement program

Commuter benefit

Job summary

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION, & REENTRY is seeking a Talent Acquisition Programs Manager in Phoenix to lead the Promotional Program and related functions. You will ensure qualified applicants, testing and training, and documentation meet standards and compliance.

The role includes oversight of the Promotions Coordinator, Drug-Free Workplace Program, and Career Advisors, with travel as needed and a strong focus on process improvement and program integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a closely related field.
• At least 2 years experience in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Knowledge of HR management principles, employment law, and ADCRR policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Correctional Officer promotional certification process and ensure compliance.
• Evaluate procedures for testing, selection, and assessment methods.
• Lead research on test results, adverse impact, and pass rates.
• Manage Drug-Free Workplace and related testing programs statewide.
• Coordinate documentation and administration of drug and alcohol testing.
• Support Career Advisors in retention and staff satisfaction.
• Prepare reports, analyze findings, and recommend improvements.
• Travel as required for testing events and job fairs.

Skills

HR management

Communication

Recruiting

Time management

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS, REHABILITATION, & REENTRY

Our mission is to enhance public safety across Arizona through modern, effective correctional practices and meaningful engagements.

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation and Reentry (ADCRR) is committed to creating a safe, secure, and humane correctional system. With public safety top of mind, ADCRR and its more than 8,000 officers and professional staff are driven by a heart for public service and a commitment to deliver perfect effort each day. ADCRR is redefining itself as an agency whose daily work centers on transparency, accountability, and fairness.

TALENT ACQUISITION PROGRAMS MANAGER

Job Location:

Address:

701 E. Jefferson St
Phoenix, AZ 85034

Posting Details:

Salary: $72,000.00

Grade: 23

Closing Date: 9/7/26

Job Summary:

The Talent Acquisition Programs Manager position will serve as a key leader in the administration and oversight of the Correctional Series Promotional Program. This role will ensure that applicant qualifications, testing and training requirements, documentation, certification, and established process standards are managed consistently, accurately, and in compliance with organizational requirements. In addition, the position will provide specialized leadership and oversight for critical Talent Acquisition functions, including the Promotions Coordinator, Drug-Free Workplace Program, and Career Advisors. The role will be responsible for promoting operational consistency, maintaining program integrity, supporting process improvements, and ensuring effective coordination across these areas.

Job Duties:

• Manage the Correctional Officer promotional certification process, ensuring its integrity, consistency, and compliance with established standards and procedures.
• Conduct comprehensive evaluations and analyses to determine optimal applicant selection procedures, testing methodologies, and assessment processes.
• Independently conduct research studies examining test results and testing-related issues, including adverse impact, pass rates, and other statistical factors affecting the selection and testing process.
• Manage and oversee the Drug-Free Workplace Program, including reasonable-suspicion drug and/or alcohol testing, statewide random drug testing, and CDL drug and alcohol testing, in accordance with applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensure the accurate coordination, documentation, and administration of drug and alcohol testing activities, including statistical reporting and compliance requirements.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to Career Advisors in their efforts to promote employee retention and overall staff satisfaction.
• Complete special projects; prepare detailed reports; analyze findings; and develop recommendations to address operational challenges and improve program effectiveness.
• Travel as required to attend testing activities, job fairs, training sessions, and other work-related events.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Composing correspondence to include proper format, spelling, and language usage
• Human Resources management principles and practices
• Federal and state laws in relation to employment
• ADCRR policies and procedures
• State personnel rules
• Program management including funding including funding, staffing and reporting
• Various software programs

Skill in:

• Organization
• Customer Relations
• Handling detailed work with accuracy and speed
• Verbal and written communication
• Recruiting, hiring and developing staff
• Time management
• Decision making and conflict resolution
• Establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships at all levels

Ability to:

• Plan
• Coordinate
• Analyze and establish priorities
• Function in a fast paced work environment and meet deadlines with minimal supervision
• Develop effective operating procedures
• Learn to interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures
• Respond to a wide variety of personnel inquiries, administer performance reviews

Selective Preference(s):

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources or closely related field.
• Two (2) years of experience in Human Resources or equivalent experience.

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation.

Requires possession of, and ability to retain a current, valid state‑issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12).

In an effort to maintain a safe environment, all employees are required to take a Tuberculosis (TB) test during their New Employee Orientation and every year thereafter.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child (pilot program).
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment. Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by calling [phone]. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.